Cache River State Natural Area

Cache River State Natural Area

Location:In southernmost Illinois, just west of US 45 and south of IL 146, near Vienna.Facilities:Canoe trail (3-6 miles), bicycle trail (8 miles of the Tunnel Hill
State Bicycle Trail), hiking trails (18 miles), wetlands center.Activities:Canoeing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, birding, wildlife viewing, hunting, interpretive programs.Special Features:Among the outstanding natural features in the area are massive
cypress trees with bases that exceed 40 feet in circumference. Many are
more than 1,000 years old, including one that has been designated as a
state champion due to its huge trunk girth, towering height, and
heavily branched canopy. Wetlands in the area are so important to
migratory waterfowl and shorebirds that they've been designated a
Wetland of International Importance.The area provides habitat for more
than 100 plant and animal species that are listed by the state of
Illinois as endangered or threatened.
Address:930 Sunflower Ln Belknap, IL 62908Phone:618-634-9678Web:dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R5/CACHERVR.HTMSize: 14,314 acres.

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